A Slight Case of Murder
1999
In the midst of a spat, film critic Terry Thorpe accidentally kills his lover. Though Thorpe covers his tracks, he raises the suspicions of a private investigator, who then tries to blackmail him. Thorpe also falls under the watchful eye of Detective Fred Stapelli, a cop who is intent on becoming a screenwriter. Before long, Thorpe's girlfriend, Kit, and Stapelli's wife, Patricia, are roped into the case.
Director:
Steven Schachter
Writers:
Donald E. Westlake, William H. Macy, Steven Schachter
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. 2 wins & 4 nominations total
Production:
Steven Schachter
Country:
United States
